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Neurology Networks tries to offer broad exposure to various topics that may be presented on the veterinary neurology board exam.
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Rosanne Krupka Peters, DVM, DACVIM (Neurology/Neurosurgery)
The Veterinary Specialty Hospital of Palm Beach Gardens serving the greater Palm Beach area and surrounding communities
Drs. Rose Peters and Roger Clemmons see appointments on alternating weeks, Monday through Saturday during the week. The VSH Emergency Service is available 24/7 to help facilitate transfer of urgent cases after hours and on Sundays. The Neurologists are available daily to the VSH team and referral community for consultation on neurologic cases.
What to expect from the Medvet Neurology/Neurosurgery service at VSH - basic expectations for client appointments with Dr. Peters and Dr. Clemmons
Cornell Atlas of Veterinary Pathology
Veterinary Neuropathology Atlas: companion to the text Veterinary Neuropathology, essentials of theory and practice, Vandevelde, et al. Wiley-Blackwell 2012.
Neuropathology: An illustrated interactive course for medical students and residents
The Comparative Neuromuscular Laboratory: The leader in neuromuscular diagnostics. Has additional case reports useful for board study.
Minnesota Atlas of Veterinary Neurohistology
University of Georgia Veterinary Neuropathology Course
EEGucation: YouTube-based EEG tutorials
British Columbia Society of Electrophysiology Technologists
Veterinary Radiology: Teaching and learning about veterinary diagnostic imaging
University of Minnesota Canine MRI Brain Atlas - also has mobile apps for studying on-the-go
A digital atlas to the Canine Brain created by the University of Pennsylvania. Link to the paper describing the techniques used and proposed applications.
IMAIOS: MRI step-by-step, interactive course on the physics of magnetic resonance imaging
Interesting human neuroradiology
Cornell Veterinary Neurology Videos: An extensive video library demonstrating neurological disorders in small and large animals
Minnesota Veterinary Clinical Neurology Video Clips
Veterinary Information Network (VIN): A subscription-based service providing probably the most comprehensive support for the general practitioner
Washington University School of Medicine Neuroscience Tutorial
ACVIM: American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine. Reading lists, exam architecture, and other relevant study information.
Frontalcortex.com: Neurology free online board review - for medical professionals
University of Texas Neuroscience On-line: An online textbook for the neurosciences
VSSO.org: Information about various tumors in cats and dogs
The Comparative Neuromuscular Laboratory: The leader in neuromuscular diagnostics. Has additional case reports useful for board study.
University of Pennsylvania: PennGen
PennGen worldwide test database: Allows you to search for breed and disease-specific tests available across the globe
UC Davis: Real time PCR Research and Diagnostics Core Facility
University of Missouri: Canine genetic diseases testing and links to general disease information. Tests are available for degenerative myelopathy (DM), primary lens luxation (PLL), Fanconi syndrome, neonatal encephalopathy with seizures (NEwS), and neuronal ceroid lipofuscinosis (NCL).
University of Minnesota: Canine neuromuscular disease testing
Cornell: Diagnostic panels and Cornell Disease Consultant application
Testing for the MDR1 gene abnormality
Genetic diseases and tests for cats
Chi Institute for Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Herbal and Dietary Therapies Search for TCVM practitioners near you here
Colorado State University Medical Acupuncture for Veterinarians Search for graduates of this program here
International Veterinary Acupuncture Society Each page has a search feature to find an acupuncturist in your area
***Please note that not all trained, certified practitioners are on these lists. Ask your veterinarian or referral partner if he/she has a recommended practitioner in your area
University of Tennessee Canine Rehabilitation Program Graduates of the program
Robby Porter with Medvet Robby Porter on Facebook - check out his demonstration videos for exercise training here! Robby also has numerous physical therapy videos here.
Carolina Medina, DVM, CVA, CVCH, DACVSMR Located in Coral Springs, Carolina is a talented canine rehabilitation practitioner also experienced in a variety of complementary therapies including acupuncture and traditional Chinese herbal medicine.
Dr. Justin Schmalburg and Wendy Davies direct a comprehensive program in animal rehabilitation and sports medicine through the University of Florida including many types of complementary therapies.
American College of Veterinary Behaviorists - search for board certified pracititoners here
American Veterinary Society of Animal Behaviorists - search for local practitioners here
Dr. Terry Curtis is a compassionate specialist in animal behavior who works throughout Florida to help families dealing with behavioral difficulties in canine and feline pets
Dr. Lisa Radosta is located in Coral Springs to help families in South Florida
Hyperbaric oxygen in Ft. Pierce, FLorida
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) through the Integrative medicine service at the University of Florida Small Animal Hospital
HVM - Distributer of hyperbaric oxygen chambers. Includes general information and a provider locator feature.
Stereotactic radiosurgery (SRS), stereotactic radiotherapy (SRT) and Cyberknife
California Veterinary Specialists
VCA Animal Specialty Center in Yonkers, NY
Veterinary CyberKnife Cancer Center in Pennsylvania
Veterinary Cancer Society searchable database for oncologic clinical trials
Alabama - Auburn
Veterinary Neurology/Neurosurgery Department information
Companion animal clinical studies for all departments
Research interests for various departments
California - University of California at Davis
Veterinary Neurology/Neurosurgery Department information
1. Genetics of French bulldog spinal malformations and degenerative disc disease
2. Genetics of aquired myasthenia gravis
3. Stem cell therapy for acute severe spinal cord injury
Colorado - Colorado State University
Veterinary Neurology/Neurosurgery Department information
Clinical trials for all departments
1. Evaluation of gastroesophageal reflux in dogs with laryngeal paralysis
Florida - University of Florida
Veterinary Neurology/Neurosurgery Department information
Small animal clinical trials for all departments
Georgia - University of Georgia
Veterinary Neurology/Neurosurgery Department information
Clinical trials for all small and large animal departments
1. Levetiracetam home treatment for cluster seizures
2. Handheld vagal nerve stimulator for treatment of refractory epileptic dogs
Illinois - University of Illinois
Veterinary Neurology/Neurosurgery Department information
Clinical trials for all small animal departments
Indiana - Purdue
Veterinary Neurology/Neurosurgery Department information
Clinical trials for all departments
1. Biomarkers for anxiety disorders
2. D-cycloserine and canine anxiety and fear-related disorders
3. MRI for dogs suspected to have brain tumors
4. Surgery and metronomic chemotherapy therapy for dogs diagnosed with a brain tumor
Iowa - Iowa State University
Veterinary Neurology/Neurosurgery Department information
Clinical trials for all small animal departments
Louisiana - Louisiana State University
Veterinary Neurology/Neurosurgery Department information
Clinical trials for all departments
Louisiana - Medvet
Veterinary Neurology/Neurosurgery Department information
Clinical trials for all departments
Massachusetts - Tufts University
Veterinary Neurology/Neurosurgery Department information
Clinical studies for all departments
1. Prognostic value of degree of disc material dispersion in acute IVDD
2. Ultrasound assessment of muscle mass
3. Efficacy of mesenchymal stem cell therapy in the treatment of canine GME
4. Role of stem cell therapy in grade 5 paraplegic dogs with IVDD
Michigan - Michigan State University
Veterinary Neurology/Neurosurgery Department information
Clinial research for all small animal departments
1. Genetics of retinal degerative diseases in dogs
2. Identification and characterization of GOLPP in dogs
Mississippi - Mississippi State University
Veterinary Neurology/Neurosurgery Department information
Clinical trials
Missouri - University of Missouri-Columbia
Veterinary Neurology/Neurosurgery Department information
Comparative Neurology Program Research
1. Genetics of canine degenerative myelopathy
2. Genetics of canine multiple system degeneration
3. Genetics of neonatal seizure syndrome in standard poodles
4. Lysosomal stoarge diseases and organic acidurias
5. Developmental brain malformations like polymicrogyria
UMC Canine genetic disease testing and research
1. Progressive neuronal abiotrophy (PNA)/ Canine multiple system degeneration in Kerry Blue terriers and Chinese-crested dogs
2. Spinocerebellar ataxia with or without myokymia and seizures
3. Cerebellar degeneration in Old English Sheepdogs and Gordon Setters
4. Neonatal cerebellar ataxia (NCA or Bandera's Syndrome) in Coton de Tulears
5. Dandy Walker Syndrome
6. Canine degenerative myelopathy
7. DUNGd - recruitment of samples from neonatal Gordon Setters with suspected fatal organic aciduria
8. Epilepsy - recruitment of samples from canine epileptics to help characterize gene associations across generations and breeds with idiopathic epilepsy
9. Juvenile layrngeal paralysis and polyneuropathy (JLPP) in Black Russian Terriers
10. Neuronal ceroid lipofuscinosis (NCL) in Tibetan Terriers, Dachshunds, American Bulldogs, and English Setters
11. Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) in Tibetan Terriers, English Springer Spaniels, and Dachshunds
12. Polymicrogyria in standard poodles
13. Sensory Neuropathy in Border Collies - recruitment of samples from affected puppies
14. Spongiform Leukoencephalomyelopathy (SLEM) of Border Terriers
15. GM2-Gangliosidosis in the Japanese Chin
Minnesota - University of Minnesota
Veterinary Neurology/Neurosurgery Department information
Clinical trials general information
1. Brain tumor trials (including surgical, chemotherapy, and immunotherapy treatments)
New York - Animal Medical Center (AMC)
Veterinary Neurology/Neurosurgery Department information
Clinical trials for all departments
1. Pulsed electromagentic field therapy study in post T3-L3 hemilaminectomy patients
New York - Cornell
Veterinary Neurology/Neurosurgery Department information
Campus-wide research centers and programs collaborating with the veterinary school
North Carolina - North Carolina State University
Veterinary Neurology/Neurosurgery Department information
Clinical trials for the Neurology Service
1. Genetics of drug-resistant epilepsy in herding breeds
2. Evaluation of Levetiracetam XR as an add-on therapy in refractory epilepsy
3. Use of accelerometry to help detect seizures in dogs
Ohio - Medvet
Veterinary Neurology/Neurosurgery Department information
Clinical trials for all departments
Ohio - The Ohio State University
Veterinary Neurology/Neurosurgery Department information
Clinical trials main page for large and small animal departments
List of clinical trials currently recruiting for large and small animal problems
1. The use of the Harmonic Aries Blade in dogs undergoing surgery for intervertebral disc disease
2. BAER testing in normal hearing Cavalier King Charles Spaniels
3. Assessment of an electronic von Frey anesthesiometry device for sensory function in Cavalier King Charles Spaniels with and without COMS-SM
4. Kinematic MRI in dogs with caudal cervical spondylomyelopathy
Pennsylvania - University of Pennsylvania
Veterinary Neurology/Neurosurgery Department information
Clinical trials general information
List of clincial trials for all departments
1. Evaluation of a plant-based supplement used to improve the activity level and general quality of life of geriatric dogs
Tennessee- University of Tennessee
Veterinary Neurology/Neurosurgery Department information
Clinical trials for all departments
Texas - Texas A&M University
Veterinary Neurology/Neurosurgery Department information
Clinical trials for neurological problems
1. Evaluation of Rapamycin in dogs with acute disc herniation
2. US Department of Defense acute spinal cord injury from IVDD study
3. Correlation of MRI to functional recovery in cases of acute spinal cord injury from IVDD
Virginia - Virginia-Maryland University
Veterinary Neurology/Neurosurgery Department information
Molecular Combinatorial Therapy for Canine Gliomas
Washington - Washington State University
Veterinary Neurology/Neurosurgery Department information
Research with the Neurology Department
Clinical studies for all departments
1. MRI-guided brain biopsy
2. Viral gene therapy and 5-FC chemotherapy for brain tumors
3. Melatonin and it's role in epilepsy control
Wisconsin - University of Wisconsin
Veterinary Neurology/Neurosurgery Department information
Clinical trials link to all department studies
Clinical trials for neurological problems
1. Genetics of acquired laryngeal paralysis in Labrador Retrievers
2. Sulfa drug allergy study in dogs
NeuroPetVet: This resource has basic information about a variety of neurologic diseases and has good videos for helping to demonstrate essential components of the neurological exam.
dog2doc: An integrative medicine and veterinary neurology resource for clients, students, and practitioners
Miscellaneous online veterinary resources: Sponsored by the University of Minnesota, this site has links to support for a variety of specialities.
NetVet: Miscellaneous information resources for veterinary specialities compiled by Washington University at St Louis (WUSTL)
AVMA important resources for veterinarians: This includes goverment agency sites, grief support, blood bank information, and much more.
DVM360 - news, medicine updates, practice management tips, client handouts, etc
Clinician's Brief - NAVC publication with medical updates, reviews, etc
Low stress animal handling techniques from Sophia Yin, DVM, MS
ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center - Hotline information here
Canine Cognitive Dysfunction checklist and behavior assessment form from Pfizer
Medscape drug interaction checker
Dodger's List video links for expressing the bladder and bowels
Veterinary Specialty Hospital of San Diego canine bladder expression
Handicapped Pets' tips and tricks for feline bladder expression - There is not a video but does have description and pictures
Canine massage demonstration by Dr. Narda Robinson
Passive range of motion of the rear limbs demonstrated by Medvet staff
Passive range of motion of the front limbs demonstrated by Medvet staff
Passive range of motion demonstrated by WSU staff
Canine "sit-to-stands" demonstrated by Robby Porter
Puppy proprioception class with Robby Porter. These can be adapted for dogs learning to recover from a variety of neurologic conditions that affect balance. These exercises must be performed with care in post-operative patients and dogs who have great difficulty walking. Please talk to your veterinarian about what types of proprioception activities might be appropriate for your pet.
Importance of physical therapy for the recovering paralyzed dachshund - Robby Porter
Basic post-hemilaminectomy dachshund physical therapy - from an owner perspective
Basic post-hemilaminectomy dachshund physical therapy - there is not a narration but good visual explanation you can talk over if you watch the video with clients
What to do if your dog has a seizure
Canine rectal liquid medication administration
Canine nasal liquid medication administration
Subcutaneous injection
Behavior modification training videos from Veterinary Behavior Consultations, LLC
Low stress handling techniques from Sophia Yin, DVM, MS
Veterinary Partner handouts and general information for clients and technicians
NeuroPetVet links to basic information for several of the more common neurologic diseases in cats and dogs
Client information handouts from DVM360
Handouts en español from the AVMA
ASPCA dog training information
Deafness in dogs and cats - supported by George Strain, PdD through LSU
Canine Cognitive Dysfunction (an Alzheimer's-like condition in senior dogs and cats) including a checklist of symptoms. The site is sponsored by Pfizer.
Support Groups and Grief Counseling
Dodgerslist.com: Support and education for owners of dogs with intervertebral disc disease
Living with epileptic pets - supported by a European canine epilepsy group
Myasthenia gravis support for owners including video links for using the Bailey chair
CanineCancer.com : An online support group with information on various neoplastic diseases in dogs
Cavalier health network - support for various cavalier diseases including COMS, epilepsy, and PSOM
Feline diabetes support Youtube video demonstrating the ear prick method
CSU Argus Institute counselling and support
University of Illinois CARE helpline and general grief support services
Michigan State University pet loss support
University of Pennsylvania grief support and social services
University of Tennessee veterinary social services
Virginia-Maryland Center for Animal Human Relationships (CENTAUR)
Washington State University pet loss support hotline
Dogguard.com page with links to articles about pet loss, including dealing with grief in children and seniors.
goodrx.com Drugs can get expensive and there is often a lot of variability between pharmacies. Make sure your clients shop around for better prices, especially for anticonvulsants, antifungals, and chemotherapy drugs! While goodrx.com is great for finding deals locally, it may not always be the best price, so be sure to check other zip codes on this site or look into other suppliers like Costco mail order services.
Help 'Em Up Harnesses: Blue Dog full harnesses. They have a very nice full body harness for large breeds
Handicapped Pets.com : links to products addressing many aspects of caring for paralyzed pets
Dogmobile Company : wheelchairs and harnesses
Doggon Wheels: wheelchairs
Eddie's Wheels: wheelchairs
K9 Carts.com: wheelchairs
FitPaws physical therapy equipment
Dog boots from Gundogsupply.com
Lil' Back bracer back brace
Wiggleless back brace